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You hear a lot about overconfidence in the military and how it causes Soldiers to become complacent or take unnecessary risks. Whether it’s a feeling of invincibility or just a Soldier’s ego, overconfidence is a problem leaders deal with constantly.

Practice What You Preach

It took me almost getting killed or seriously injured to learn the value of practicing what I preach — seat belts save lives. Learn from my close call, just as I did, and always buckle up for safety.

  • 1 November 2014
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ACT-E and Me

Complacency is one of the most common contributors to aviation accidents and, being a senior aviator, I guess I am as guilty as the next. The following story was, thankfully, my wake-up call.

  • 1 November 2014
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Five Tips to Improve Safety in Your Unit

In many units, safety is less of a state of mind and more of a punchline.  Nothing drives this point home more that the high number of preliminary loss reports for motor vehicle accidents.

  • 1 November 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
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Snowblind

If snow or ice on a vehicle contributes to a mishap, whether it’s due to you or someone else exercising bad judgment or actions, it’s not bad luck. It’s irresponsible and shows a total disregard for others’ safety.

  • 1 November 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
  • Number of views: 10447
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Turkey Trouble

There I was, about to deep fry my very first Thanksgiving turkey. At first, I wasn’t sure this was a challenge I wanted to tackle.

  • 1 November 2014
  • Author: Army Safety
  • Number of views: 10867
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